Why Don't Killer Whales Ever Attack and Kill Humans?
Killer whales, orcas, are the fiercest apex predator in the ocean. Yet, they never attack or hunt humans. Why?
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Killer whales, orcas, are the fiercest apex predator in the ocean. Yet, they never attack or hunt humans. Why?
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